Job Number**:** 53950

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for data, financial stewardship, and operational excellence? Join the Parks and Road Services Branch within City Operations as the Supervisor, Planning and Monitoring! This is a pivotal role where you won't just manage processes—you'll drive organizational strategy and create the foundation for success across the Technical and Regulatory Services Section.

You will be expected to lead a technical and analytical team in project management, budget planning, forecasting, financial reporting, and monitoring programs. On a hands-on level, this means building and managing the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) accounting structure for the section, leading the development of performance measurement frameworks, dashboards, reports, and KPIs. If you thrive in a complex, integrated business environment and are ready to lead a high-impact team in shaping the future of our mobility infrastructure services, we want to hear from you

What will you do?

• Lead and Empower a High-Performance Team
• Provide full-scope leadership for a diverse technical and analytical work group, including exercising independent decision-making over people, finances, and operations
• Shape the desired organizational culture by establishing, demonstrating, and holding others accountable to the commitments of the Department, Branch, Section, and Unit
• Own the talent lifecycle, from overseeing recruitment and selection to managing staff issues, developing performance plans, and leading or supporting disciplinary actions and processes
• Serve as a key member of the Extended Leadership Team, actively participating in the development and assurance of strategies in alignment with corporate and departmental goals
• Lead the development and implementation of performance measurement frameworks, dashboards, reports, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to rigorously assess service effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of performance data, collecting and integrating complex information from multiple systems (e.g., SAP, Peoplesoft, COBS) to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Assure the alignment of the team’s structure, processes, competencies, and culture to the section's strategic direction
• Oversee budget planning and forecasting, determining budget requirements, monitoring and managing costs, and escalating issues as necessary
• Manage the financial infrastructure for the section, including building the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) accounting, managing the creation of work orders, and ensuring data integrity and security across reporting activities
• Conduct variance reporting and analysis (labour, materials, and equipment) and support with financial corrections, accruals, and adjustments
• Manage position allocation in accordance with the organizational structure and facilitate recruitment by validating budget justifications
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead program and section-level projects to enhance operational workflows, providing necessary documentation, communications, and training
• Support asset management across the section and branch by coordinating technical reviews, handover inspections for capital projects, and participating in annual maintenance plan updates
• Act as a process champion by supporting the 311 team with script reviews, proper notification routing, and activity tracking
• Coordinate essential business administration functions, including supply chain management support, managing claims with the Risk Management team, and maintaining official documents and internal communication channels

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Commerce, Science, Planning, Engineering, Accounting, Environmental Science, Landscape Architecture, or a related discipline
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a large, complex, unionized organization, with proven expertise in building high-performance teams, demonstrating knowledge of maintenance monitoring for infrastructure assets, and possessing experience in data management, analysis, visualization, financial management and reporting, with experience overseeing service delivery and developing Performance Management Frameworks and KPIs
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience

Assets

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or Change Management certification, or coursework/training in project management
• Additional certification or coursework/training in financial management, public works administration, change management, or other leadership training
• P.Eng. registration in Alberta
• Experience working with financial auditing and controls would be an asset
• Good knowledge of data visualization tools including Tableau or Data Studio
• Experience with SAP (preferably Plant Maintenance) and a good understanding of maintenance activities

Skills required for success:

• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, project management, conflict resolution, interdisciplinary team building, and supervisory skills
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact well with a diverse group of leaders, colleagues, staff and engagement participants
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex data, apply complex calculations, and transform data into meaningful reporting solutions (data storytelling)
• Ability to effectively and efficiently plan, assign, supervise, and evaluate the work of staff, monitoring work plans for timeliness, quality, and productivity
• Strong attention to detail and proven planning and organizational skills to manage business plans and perform reporting while meeting deadlines and working under pressure
• Ability to analyze complex technical information and make timely decisions using solution-based problem-solving, with a desire for continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop strong relationships and work in a collaborative, integrated manner with Community partners, Collaborators, and Interested and/or affected parties
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
• Applicants may be tested

Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance

Work Environment:

• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.

Up to 1 permanent full-time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week.

Salary Range: $52.578 - $67.097 (Hourly); $92,629.29 - $118,208.14 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: PO/VH

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title**:** Strategic Planning Analyst III

Posting Date**:** Dec 3, 2025

Closing Date**:** Dec 17, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to)****: 1 - Permanent Full-time

Union : CSU 52

Department**:** Parks and Roads Services

Work Location(s)****: 16th Floor Edmonton Tower, 10111 104 Avenue Edmonton T5J 0J4